Senior Strategy Officer, Office Of The Chief Communications Officer

Gates Foundation

Seattle, WA, United States
Base: $190,100 to $294,700 usd; base in seattle/dc...
Strategy development and execution
Project and program management
Cross-functional collaboration
The Senior Strategy Officer leads high-impact projects and initiatives to build trust in the Gates Foundation and inspire support for ending preventable maternal and child death, eradicating infectious diseases, and reducing poverty

Job Summary

  • The Senior Strategy Officer leads high-impact projects and initiatives to build trust in the Gates Foundation and inspire support for ending preventable maternal and child death, eradicating infectious diseases, and reducing poverty.
  • The Foundation offers comprehensive benefits including no-premium medical, dental, and vision coverage, generous paid time off, paid family leave, foundation-paid retirement contributions, and opportunities for employee community engagement.
  • The Communications Division is committed to collaboration, rigor, innovation, optimism, and inclusion, fostering an environment of trust, accountability, and continuous learning across global offices.

Matching Summary

The Senior Strategy Officer leads high-impact projects and initiatives to build trust in the Gates Foundation and inspire support for ending preventable maternal and child death, eradicating infectious diseases, and reducing poverty.

Salary

Base: $190,100 to $294,700 USD; Base in Seattle/DC: $209,100 to $324,100 USD; Benefits: comprehensive medical, dental, vision, paid time off, family leave, retirement contributions

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Strategy development and execution
  • Project and program management
  • Cross-functional collaboration
  • Material and presentation development
  • Strategic decision making support
  • Operational planning and budgeting

Nice-to-have

  • Use of AI tools for strategy
  • Experience in global matrixed environments
  • Cultural sensitivity and diplomacy
  • Innovation and continuous learning culture
  • Marketing campaign strategy experience
  • Experience with communications and advocacy

Key Requirements

  • Master's degree or equivalent experience
  • 7+ years in strategy development roles
  • Ability to legally work in the US without visa sponsorship
  • Experience leading projects in dynamic environments
  • Strong presentation and communication skills

Work Rights

Must be able to legally work in the US without visa sponsorship

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